Training Oct 1

[Marinegeekswife]

Some photos and videos of our guys from today. Training went pretty well. River got a chance to socialize with all the people and several of the big dogs. Spock did an excellent long down practice for his BH. I tried to tape the OB routine they ran through but River took my attention. I did get some shots of it and of him working the jump. I did a little bit of OB with River but stupid me wasted all the cheese I had by leaving it in the car. She just doesn't work as well for meat treats as she does for cheese. Protection was a different story. Spock's still having some confidence issues. That combined with the heat, he just didn't do well. They backed up all the way to the tug and puppy sleeve for him. He just really needs some good, low pressure work for a while. River however was the star of the day. Everyone was very impressed with her drive and deep bites. I have a video of her at the end, be sure to watch it with sound if you want to hear the club comments.

Playing with Andrea

Watching the big dogs work

The lowered jump was too easy so Pat added a panel

It was a hot day so River and I tried to stick to the shade. She kept finding sticks.

She decided the leash was fun for tug *Sigh*

River did some fun protection work. Of course for her it was all a big game.

She stayed awake the whole 4 hours. Just when I thought she'd settle she'd get interested in something else. She finally crashed when we were packing up the equipment.

She was so tired. Brother took good care of her on the ride home.

Both were exhausted and should sleep for a long time this afternoon/evening.

 

[zoorox]

awwwww looks like she had great fun!

 

[GennyB]

Won't be long til she is out there with the big dogs. Looks like they both had fun. Tired dogies are good dogies.

 

[Max Hawk]

Well that was so awesome lol I'm becoming Rivers biggest fan!! Can I have an autograph River please lol..

 

[My Mateese]

Oh these were just great..........what a girl she will be running with
the BIG GUYS soon.......Spock I love him, he will get it I am sure
he is such a good Big Brother. You know the parents of my shepherd.
Mateese were both trained, the female got it right away, the male
it took a little while but he finally got it BIG TIME.......I have
faith big boy you will get it, I can see it in your eyes.

 

[Pitts]

They both look great Jess, keep up the great work and remember, Dont get in a hurry.

I see Carol, in that one pic, She is such a great asset for you to have in your club, her and her husband are incredible people. I am just sorry that she had to retire from the judging circuit.

 

[Ingrid H]

Hahaha! River is a feisty one isn't she? And she looks totally satisfied snoozing in the car

 

[Dobs4ever]

Jess - she is working very nicely. Yes the doberman body sensitivity. I know you are thrilled to watch her come along. Puppies are so amazing. Glad to hear that they are backing up with Spock and not pushing him but giving him a chance to recover.

 

[Rits]

River look like she did awesome for a pup! I'm sure Spock will regain his confidence soon and get back on track. It's the best thing ever to see them tuckered out from working hard. Great pics

 

[obbanner]

They're very beautiful dogs and I always enjoy pictures of them. Thanks for posting!

 

[Marinegeekswife]

They both look great Jess, keep up the great work and remember, Dont get in a hurry.

I see Carol, in that one pic, She is such a great asset for you to have in your club, her and her husband are incredible people. I am just sorry that she had to retire from the judging circuit.

No sir, not in a hurry at all. Especially after seeing what hurrying protection can do to a dog. Carole is so disappointed that she had to give up judging. She really loved it. She and Gary are great people. I hope they'll be around to influence this training for many more years.

Jess - she is working very nicely. Yes the doberman body sensitivity. I know you are thrilled to watch her come along. Puppies are so amazing. Glad to hear that they are backing up with Spock and not pushing him but giving him a chance to recover.

So thrilled with this girl. I hope you watched the video with sound on so you could hear everyone's compliments. That's Carole, president of DVG, saying that she thinks we have a winner with her. I could have just burst with pride when I heard that. I was glad they've backed up with Spock, too. He just needs some fun and confidence boosting. I forgot to mention that Carole did the gun fire practice yesterday. River startled but was just fine and back to playing a few seconds later. After the 2nd time she didn't care anymore.

River look like she did awesome for a pup! I'm sure Spock will regain his confidence soon and get back on track. It's the best thing ever to see them tuckered out from working hard. Great pics

Thanks! River did amazing! We were all so proud. Spock will come along just fine. He just needs some patience and confidence. We'll get there.

 

[EARL99016]

Impressive to say the least.

The whole ring thing and training for titles is new to me. I've been aware of it forever but it never turn me on...so to speak.

I've always just trained my pets as that (pets). I truly enjoy the training process and the bonding that goes on with the dog during the training and I really enjoy the end result of having a extremely well behaved furry butt friend.

There has never been a trainer in my area for me to even watch and learn from let alone get involved with. I'm not really sure how far I'd have to go to find one but it will be far enough that it wouldn't be feasible.

I'll watch from afar and shout encouragement.

Cya

 

[JanS]

Excellent shots Jess and they're both looking great!
It's really nice that they're backing off with Spock a bit too so he doesn't get burned out.

Thanks for the update!

 

[Dobs4ever]

Jess I can feel your pride and glad to hear that Carole likes River. She has had a full bite from little bitty when we played!!! I have been playing tuggy with Helio and grabbing his feet and belly - everything while he tugs to work ont he body sensitivity. When they show promise as a puppy it is easy to get excited and want to jump to the next level but you are so right on on taking it slow.

As you now know it only takes one time to set them back. I am also cnfident with Pat and your care and guidance he will have every chance to come back.